Manage Resources in Azure from Coursera

In this course, you will learn how to work with the Azure command line and web portal to create, manage, and control cloud-based resources.

You will look at all three approaches to deploying cloud resources and how to make an informed decision about which one to leverage for your services. You'll also quickly look at the service models supported by Azure which can help you determine the services you should start with when planning out an Azure deployment. You will learn how to install the Azure CLI locally and use it to manage Azure resources. You will also use Azure PowerShell interactively for one-off tasks and write scripts to automate repeated tasks.

You'll learn about the major factors that influence the cost of running in the cloud. Along the way, you'll get hands-on experience with some of the tools you can use to estimate the costs of running your workloads on Azure to help ensure that you stay within budget and use only the services that you need.

Azure Resource Manager has a number of features that you can use to organize resources, enforce standards, and protect critical Azure resources from accidental deletion. In this module, you'll take a tour through these features, and examine how you can use them to your advantage. You'll identify incorrectly assigned resources in Azure. You'll also assess whether resources can be moved, and validate a resource move operation. Then you'll move and verify resources between Azure resource groups.

This course will help you prepare for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate certification. In this course, you will take a practice exam that covers key skills measured in the exam. This is the fifth course in a program of 8 courses to help prepare you to take the exam.

This course is part of a Specialization intended for developers who want to demonstrate their expertise in all phases of cloud development from requirements, definition, and design; to development, deployment, and maintenance; to performance tuning and monitoring. It is ideal for anyone interested in preparing for the AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure exam. By the end of this program you will be ready to take and sign-up for the Exam AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure.

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Syllabus

Deploy cloud resources

In this module, you will look at all three approaches to deploying cloud resources and how to make an informed decision about which one to leverage for your services. You'll also quickly look at the service models supported by Azure which can help you determine the services you should start with when planning out an Azure deployment. You will learn how to install the Azure CLI locally and use it to manage Azure resources.

Automate Azure tasks using scripts with PowerShell

In this module, you will see how to manage Azure resources using Azure PowerShell. You will use Azure PowerShell interactively for one-off tasks and write scripts to automate repeated tasks.

Plan and manage your Azure costs

In this module, you'll learn about the major factors that influence the cost of running in the cloud. Along the way, you'll get hands-on experience with some of the tools you can use to estimate the costs of running your workloads on Azure to help ensure that you stay within budget and use only the services that you need.

Organize resources in Microsoft Azure

Azure Resource Manager has a number of features that you can use to organize resources, enforce standards, and protect critical Azure resources from accidental deletion. In this module, you'll take a tour through these features, and show how you can use them to your advantage. you'll identify incorrectly assigned resources in Azure. You'll also assess whether resources can be moved, and validate a resource move operation. Then you'll move and verify resources between Azure resource groups.

Practice exam

In this module, you will take a practice exam that covers key skills measured in the Exam AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure.

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Develops cloud computing skills and knowledge, which are highly relevant to industry

Examines foundational skills and knowledge for Microsoft Azure Developer Associate certification

Teaches Azure command line, web portal, and PowerShell, which are essential tools for Azure developers

Covers three approaches to deploying cloud resources, helping learners make informed decisions

Offers interactive labs and hands-on experience with Azure tools and services

Explores Azure Resource Manager features for organizing and protecting resources

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Manage Resources in Azure with these activities:

Review cloud computing concepts

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Refreshing your knowledge of cloud computing concepts will ensure you have the foundational skills necessary to succeed in this course.

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Review the basics of cloud computing, including the different service models and deployment models.
Review the fundamentals of Azure, including its core services and how they can be used to build cloud-based solutions.

Review Azure Resource Manager features

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Refreshing your knowledge of Azure Resource Manager features will enhance your ability to organize resources, enforce standards, and protect resources in Azure.

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Read Microsoft's documentation on Azure Resource Manager.
Review Azure Resource Manager tutorials and examples.
Take an Azure Resource Manager practice exam.

Practice using the Azure CLI

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Practicing using the Azure CLI will help you become more proficient in managing Azure resources.

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Install the Azure CLI on your local machine.
Create a new Azure resource group.
Create a new virtual machine in the resource group.
Delete the virtual machine and the resource group.

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Follow Azure tutorial on deploying a web application

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Following a guided tutorial on deploying a web application in Azure will provide step-by-step instructions and help you gain practical experience.

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Find a tutorial on deploying a web application to Azure.
Follow the tutorial steps to deploy your web application.
Test your deployed web application.

Practice moving and verifying resources between resource groups

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Practicing moving and verifying resources between resource groups will enhance your ability to organize and manage Azure resources effectively.

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Create two resource groups in Azure.
Move a resource from one resource group to another.
Verify that the resource was moved successfully.

Practice deploying cloud resources using Azure CLI

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Using Azure CLI to practice deploying cloud resources will help you solidify your understanding of deployment approaches and improve your ability to effectively deploy resources in Azure.

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Install Azure CLI on your local machine.
Create a virtual machine using Azure CLI.
Create a storage account using Azure CLI.
Create a virtual network using Azure CLI.

Practice managing Azure resources using Azure PowerShell

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Practicing managing Azure resources using Azure PowerShell will enhance your ability to manage resources effectively and automate tasks.

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Install Azure PowerShell on your local machine.
Use Azure PowerShell to start and stop a virtual machine.
Use Azure PowerShell to create and delete a resource group.
Use Azure PowerShell to modify a virtual network.

Create a cloud-based application using the Azure portal

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Following these tutorials will give you hands-on experience in creating cloud-based applications, which will help you better understand the concepts covered in the course.

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Find a tutorial on the Azure website that is relevant to your interests.
Follow the steps in the tutorial to create a cloud-based application.
Deploy your application to the cloud.
Test your application to ensure that it works as expected.

Create a budget plan for Azure resources

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Creating a budget plan for Azure resources will help you understand cost factors and make informed decisions about resource usage.

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Identify the services and resources you will be using in Azure.
Estimate the costs associated with each service and resource.
Set a budget limit for your Azure usage.
Monitor your Azure usage and make adjustments as needed.

Attend an Azure workshop on cloud security

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Attending an Azure workshop on cloud security will provide insights into best practices, enhance your understanding of security threats, and improve your ability to protect your Azure resources.

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Find an Azure workshop on cloud security to attend.
Register for the workshop and attend the sessions.
Participate in discussions and ask questions.

Career center

Learners who complete Manage Resources in Azure will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

DevOps Engineer

A DevOps Engineer works to bridge the gap between development and operations teams. This course can help you develop the skills you need for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of Azure resources and how to manage them effectively. You will also learn how to use Azure DevOps to automate and streamline the software development lifecycle.

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Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect designs and implements cloud computing solutions for an organization. This course can help you develop the skills you need to succeed in this role by providing you with a deep understanding of Azure resources and how to manage them effectively. You will also learn how to use Azure Resource Manager to organize resources, enforce standards, and protect critical Azure resources from accidental deletion.

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Machine Learning Engineer

A Machine Learning Engineer builds and deploys machine learning models to solve business problems. This course can help you develop the skills you need for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of Azure resources and how to use them to build and deploy machine learning models. You will also learn how to use Azure Machine Learning to build and deploy machine learning models.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software applications. This course can help you develop the skills you need for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of Azure resources and how to use them to build and deploy applications. You will also learn how to use Azure DevOps to automate and streamline the software development lifecycle.

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Data Analyst

A Data Analyst collects, analyzes, and interprets data to help organizations make informed decisions. This course can help you develop the skills you need for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of Azure resources and how to use them to store, process, and analyze data. You will also learn how to use Azure Machine Learning to build and deploy machine learning models.

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Azure Developer

An Azure Developer plans, designs, deploys, and maintains cloud-based applications and services on Microsoft's Azure platform. This course will help you prepare for this role by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to work with Azure resources, including how to create, manage, and control them. You will also learn how to use the Azure command line and web portal to manage Azure resources, and how to use Azure PowerShell to automate repeated tasks.

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Data Scientist

A Data Scientist uses data to build predictive models and solve business problems. This course can help you develop the skills you need for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of Azure resources and how to use them to store, process, and analyze data. You will also learn how to use Azure Machine Learning to build and deploy machine learning models.

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Security Analyst

A Security Analyst protects an organization's IT infrastructure from security threats. This course can help you develop the skills you need for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of Azure resources and how to manage them securely. You will also learn how to use Azure Security Center to monitor and manage security threats.

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Cloud Security Engineer

A Cloud Security Engineer protects an organization's cloud resources from security threats. This course can help you develop the skills you need for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of Azure resources and how to manage them securely. You will also learn how to use Azure Security Center to monitor and manage security threats.

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IT Administrator

An IT Administrator manages and maintains an organization's IT infrastructure, including cloud resources. This course can help you develop the skills you need for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of Azure resources and how to manage them effectively. You will also learn how to use Azure Monitor to monitor and troubleshoot Azure resources.

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Network Engineer

A Network Engineer designs, implements, and manages an organization's computer networks, including cloud resources. This course can help you develop the skills you need for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of Azure resources and how to manage them effectively. You will also learn how to use Azure Network Watcher to monitor and troubleshoot network resources.

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IT Manager

An IT Manager plans, implements, and manages an organization's IT infrastructure, including cloud resources. This course can help you develop the skills you need for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of Azure resources and how to manage them effectively. You will also learn how to use Azure Monitor to monitor and troubleshoot Azure resources.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager plans, executes, and closes projects. This course may be useful for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of how to manage cloud resources effectively. You will also learn how to use Azure DevOps to automate and streamline project management tasks.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator manages and maintains an organization's databases, including cloud databases. This course may be useful for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of how to manage Azure resources effectively. You will also learn how to use Azure Database Migration Service to migrate databases to Azure.

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Business Analyst

A Business Analyst gathers and analyzes business requirements, and recommends solutions to meet those requirements. This course may be useful for this role by providing you with a deep understanding of how to manage cloud resources effectively. You will also learn how to use Azure DevOps to automate and streamline business analysis tasks.

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